Salzburg & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour

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Duration: 11h 30m
Location: Salzburg, Austria | Salzburg, Austria


Category: Day Trips & Excursions

Highlights:
Mozart's birthplace, Salzburg & its UNESCO-listed Old Town
Fresh pine-scented air & blue lakes of the Bavarian Alps
Mondsee, where scenes from The Sound of Music were shot
Elegant boutiques & cafés perfect for people watching
Chance to see 2 countries in 1 tour—Germany & Austria

Inclusions:
Guided tour of the Bavarian Alps and Salzkammergut Lake District
Brief orientation and leisure time in Salzburg
Roundtrip transportation via coach to and from Munich city center

Description:

Pretty Alpine villages hide among towering peaks in the area surrounding Munich. Admire the scenic beauty of the Bavarian Alps on your way to Salzburg in Austria, Mozart's birthplace. See crystal-clear lakes, including Mondsee, made famous by The Sound of Music.

Marvel at the indisputable natural allure of the Alpine mountain range. The fresh air is scented by pine forests, and deep blue lakes dot the landscape of towering mountains. Visit Lake Chiemsee, also known as “The Bavarian Sea,” a favorite holiday destination for Germans.

Your next stop is Salzburg, an enchanting city in neighboring Austria, known in part for being the birthplace of Mozart. Enjoy leisure time here to explore its charming historic center—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—at your own pace. Soak up the take a breaking, elegant atmosphere in traditional cafés. Browse delightful boutiques for a perfect holiday souvenir or climb up to the Hohensalzburg Castle for a breathtaking panorama.

Before returning to Munich, stop by Wolfgangsee, where green mountains seem to drop into the deep lake, and where you have the option to hop on a short cruise. Visit Mondsee, as well, a place made famous by the 1959 musical The Sound of Music.